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Night Storm X3: Native 4K Full-Color in Pitch-Black at 1500m

0.0001 Lux | True 4K | Full-Color | 1500m Range | Range Finder | Dual Sensors | AI Neural Processor | 950nm IR | 24h Battery | IP65


Seeing the Dark in 4K: Night Storm X3 Brings Color to the Night

For decades, "night vision" has meant one thing: a grainy, green world. Whether you are a wildlife photographer or a security professional, you have had to accept that once the sun goes down, color goes with it. DVX Night Vision is challenging that limitation with the Night Storm X3, a new dual-sensor system that promises to turn pitch-black environments into native 4K, full-color video.


Project Overview

Name and Creator: Night Storm X3: Native 4K Full-Color in Pitch-Black at 1500m by DVX Night Vision.

What It Is: The Night Storm X3 is a handheld night vision binocular designed to see through total darkness without the tell-tale green tint. Unlike standard night vision that relies solely on infrared amplification, the X3 uses a dual-sensor architecture driven by an AI neural processor. This allows it to capture vibrant colors and sharp details in conditions as dark as 0.0001 lux.

Status: The project is currently active and has raised over $1.7 million. It is scheduled to end on January 27, 2026.


Key Features

  • Dual-Sensor AI Fusion: The device uses two distinct CMOS sensors: the Luma-X (monochrome) to capture structure and sharp edges, and the Chroma-X (color) to pull faint color data from starlight. A built-in 20 TOPS AI processor merges these two streams in real-time to create a single, clear 4K image.

  • Incredible Range: It boasts a viewing distance of up to 1,500 meters (nearly a mile), allowing users to spot targets far beyond the reach of conventional flashlights or standard optics.

  • Invisible Infrared: Traditional night vision uses 850nm IR light, which emits a faint red glow that can spook animals. The X3 uses a 950nm invisible IR illuminator, making it completely undetectable to the naked eye and most wildlife.

  • Built-in Laser Range Finder: The Pro model includes an integrated range finder that provides instant distance, angle, and ballistic data directly on the screen.

  • All-Night Battery: Powered by a massive 5100mAh battery, the unit is rated for 24 hours of continuous operation and supports fast USB-C charging (0 to 80% in 45 minutes).


Rewards

  • Kickstarter Pricing:

    • Super Early Bird: Backers can secure the standard unit starting around $249, a massive discount compared to professional night vision gear that often costs thousands.

    • Pro Model: Tiers including the built-in Laser Range Finder are available at a slightly higher price point.

  • Delivery: Shipping is estimated to begin shortly after the campaign concludes in early 2026.


Concept

The core concept is "True Transparency." DVX Night Vision wanted to eliminate the visual artifacts that make night vision footage look "processed." By using AI to fuse color and structure data, they aim to create an image that looks like daytime footage, just filmed at night. It is designed to be a tool for observation that doesn't feel like a compromise.


Inspiration

The inspiration for the X3 came from the rapid advancements in automotive and security camera sensors. The team at DVX realized that while self-driving cars were getting better at "seeing" in the dark, consumer optics were lagging behind. They engineered the X3 to bridge that gap, bringing the same sensor fusion technology used in high-end robotics into a rugged, handheld form factor for outdoor enthusiasts.





 
 
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